You must read this policy because it gives important information about:

• the Company's rules on the use of internet, email, telephone and other communications systems at work, including in relation to confidentiality, security and personal use;

• how the Company monitors the use of those systems;

• your rights and obligations in relation to data protection;

• the consequences of failure to comply with this policy; and

• review and training.

Once you have read and understood this policy, please confirm you that have done so by signing and returning the attached copy to insert name and/or position, e.g., the IT Manager.

1.1 The Company recognises that the use of email and internet can save time and expense, and is an important part of the way we work. However, it brings with it certain risks, some of which may involve potential legal and financial liabilities for both the Company and the individual, e.g.,:

• 1.1.1 inadvertently entering into contracts or commitments on behalf of the Company;

• 1.1.2 introducing viruses into the Company's systems;

• 1.1.3 breaching copyright or licensing rights;

• 1.1.4 breaching data protection rights;